External Affairs Superintendent (Industrial Estate) for IKIP Project

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk; Sulawesi Tenggara; On-site; IDR 1,000,000,000 - 1,800,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk seeks an External Affairs Superintendent (Industrial Estate) for the IKIP Project in Southeast Sulawesi. You will develop external affairs strategies, manage multi-level government relations, and foster constructive engagement with local communities.

The role requires 7–10 years in external affairs or related fields, with strong Indonesian-English communication and a track record of balancing commercial objectives with community interests in industrial development.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of external affairs or government relations experience.
• Experience in mining/resources or large-scale industrial development preferred.
• Fluency in Indonesian and English, written and spoken.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic engagement plans.
• Strong stakeholder management across government, communities and civil society.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement external affairs strategies for the IKIP Project's industrial estate.
• Manage relationships with local, provincial and national government agencies to ensure regulatory support.
• Oversee community engagement and maintain positive relations with affected communities.
• Coordinate with local stakeholders including community leaders and indigenous groups to address concerns.
• Monitor regulatory and social landscapes to identify risks and opportunities.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management and external stakeholders on external affairs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Government relations

Community engagement

Public relations

Education

Tertiary qualification in public relations, communications, business, law, social sciences or related field

Job description

External Affairs Superintendent (Industrial Estate) for IKIP Project

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk is a leading mining and resources company committed to delivering sustainable and responsible resource development across Indonesia. We are dedicated to fostering positive community relationships, environmental stewardship and operational excellence. Our commitment extends beyond mining operations to broader economic development initiatives that benefit local communities and stakeholders. We pride ourselves on our transparent engagement practices and our role as a catalyst for regional development.

Summary We are seeking an experienced External Affairs Superintendent (Industrial Estate) for IKIP Project to join our team in Southeast Sulawesi on a full-time basis. This is a strategic role that plays a crucial part in managing external relationships and affairs associated with the development and operations of the industrial estate supporting our IKIP Project. Reporting to senior management, you will serve as a key liaison between the company, government agencies, local communities, and other external stakeholders. This position requires someone who can navigate complex stakeholder environments whilst maintaining our commitment to responsible resource development and community engagement.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement comprehensive external affairs strategies for the industrial estate component of the IKIP Project

Manage relationships with government agencies at local, provincial and national levels to ensure regulatory compliance and support for project development

Oversee community engagement initiatives and maintain positive relations with local communities affected by or adjacent to industrial estate operations

Coordinate with local stakeholders, including community leaders, civil society organisations and indigenous groups, to address concerns and build consensus

Monitor and assess the regulatory and social landscape, identifying potential risks and opportunities for the project

Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to senior management and external stakeholders on external affairs matters

Support the development of social and economic development programmes that benefit local communities

Ensure compliance with local regulations, permits and licensing requirements for the industrial estate

Manage crisis communication protocols and respond to issues affecting external relations

Collaborate with internal teams including operations, environment and legal departments to ensure coordinated external engagement

Qualifications:

Minimum 7-10 years of experience in external affairs, stakeholder management, government relations or community engagement, preferably within the mining, resources or large-scale industrial development sectors

Proven experience managing complex relationships with multiple stakeholder groups including government agencies, communities and civil society organisations

Strong understanding of Indonesian regulatory frameworks, particularly those relating to industrial development, land use, environmental management and social licensing

Excellent command of both Indonesian and English languages, both written and verbal

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic engagement plans that balance commercial objectives with community interests

Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholder groups

Experience working in or with Southeast Sulawesi, or similar remote resource-dependent regions, is highly desirable

Knowledge of industrial estate development and operations is preferred

Tertiary qualification in public relations, communications, business, law, social sciences or related field is advantageous

Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments and adapt to changing project dynamics

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Merdeka Copper Gold is an Indonesian Stock Exchange listed company holding company of and owns the flagship Tujuh Bukit Project Project under PT. Bumi Suksesindo (BSI) as its subsidiary in the Banyuwangi region, East Java.

As it is a tremendously exciting time for Merdeka Copper Gold to grow, we offer experienced the excellent opportunity to advance their career by contributing to the development of the operations, standards, systems and processes that will underpin our future growth.

Merdeka Copper Gold is an Indonesian Stock Exchange listed company holding company of and owns the flagship Tujuh Bukit Project Project under PT. Bumi Suksesindo (BSI) as its subsidiary in the Banyuwangi region, East Java.

As it is a tremendously exciting time for Merdeka Copper Gold to grow, we offer experienced the excellent opportunity to advance their career by contributing to the development of the operations, standards, systems and processes that will underpin our future growth.